Highlights
- Encounter resident sea turtles regularly
- Use supplied equipment: mask, snorkel, fins, and wetsuit
- Snorkel under the guidance of one of our guides
- Departs by private bus from Gold Coast Dive Centre, Miami, QLD
- Explore Cook Island Aquatic Reserve
Description
Cook Island, a short boat ride from the Gold Coast, is a fantastic spot for snorkeling enthusiasts of all skill levels. Its clear, shallow waters are brimming with diverse marine life, including playful turtles, elegant stingrays, colorful fish, and even the occasional leopard shark during summer. Perfect for exploring vibrant underwater ecosystems in a relaxed setting.
Adventure Features:
Our team provides a full safety briefing, equipment fitting where required and professional crew supervision, with in-water support available. Mask, snorkel, fins and a wetsuit if required are included at no extra charge.
No previous snorkelling experience is required, but participants must be confident swimming in open water. Competent snorkellers may explore independently within the designated snorkelling area, subject to conditions and crew approval.
Relax on board with light refreshments before returning to Tweed Heads and travelling back to our Miami dive centre.
The overall experience takes approximately 5–7 hours. Departures may be dedicated to snorkelling or share the vessel with divers, with activities briefed and supervised separately. Water time varies with sea conditions, participant comfort and the day’s operating plan.
Includes
Cook Island snorkelling experience
Mask, snorkel and fins, with a wetsuit if required
Safety briefing, crew supervision and in-water support available
Flotation devices available
Return boat transfers between Tweed Heads and Cook Island
Return transport between our Miami dive centre and the Tweed Heads launch site
Excludes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Motion sickness medication
Important Information
- No previous snorkelling experience is required. Non-swimmers should contact Gold Coast Dive Centre before booking to discuss suitability. Participants must be confident swimming in open water
This experience takes place in the open ocean and includes a river bar crossing
Children aged 12 and under must be directly supervised by a participating parent or guardian and wear a flotation device
If a parent or guardian is not participating, a private snorkel guide may be required. Contact us before booking to discuss arrangements
All guests must complete the required Smartwaiver before arrival
The vessel is not wheelchair or stroller accessible
Allow approximately 5–7 hours and keep your return plans flexible. The vessel may be shared with divers
Bring a light snack if desired
Departures may be modified, postponed or cancelled due to weather, marine conditions or safety requirements
Check your email and SMS messages for booking instructions and operational updates
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
